Japan's Machine Tool Orders Slip Again in August 2024
Japan's machine tool orders fell for the second consecutive month in August, according to the latest JMTBA data. The total value of orders placed in August stood at 110.770 billion…
Chonburi Leads with the Highest Number of Industrial Factories in August 2024
New factories were licensed in August 2024, totaled 183 factories. Chonburi was the province where 26 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capital of 1,530.30 mi…
Gartner Forecasts Worldwide Shipments of AI PCs to Account for 43% of All PCs in 2025
Gartner forecasts that worldwide shipments of AI PCs will reach 114 million units in 2025, a 165.5% increase from 2024. These AI PCs will account for 43% of all PC shipments that y…
ASEAN-Japan Collaborate on Next-Generation Vehicle Strategy, with a Roadmap to 2035
Japanese manufacturers hold a significant market share in ASEAN, but Chinese automakers have been gaining ground in recent years. By deepening cooperation with ASEAN, Japan aims to…
Automotive Industry Stumbles! Vehicle Production Down 25.48% in September
In September 2024, Thailand's total vehicle production reached 122,277 units, marking a 25.48% decrease compared to September 2023, with the decline impacting both export productio…
Sharp's New Venture: Can Electric Vehicles Save the Company?
In search of “Sharp-ness,” Sharp’s unique approach to the EV market will be put to the test as the company moves away from its traditional LCD business and accelerates its efforts …
Hitachi Invests in Indonesia to Expand Giant Excavator Production
Hitachi Construction Machinery will begin mass production of ultra-large hydraulic excavators with vehicle weights of 120 tons at its Indonesia factory from November.
85 Million EVs to Dominate Global Roads in 2025
By the end of 2025, 85 million electric vehicles (EVs) - cars, buses, vans and heavy trucks – are expected to be on the road, according to the latest forecast by Gartner, Inc.
DigiKey to Highlight Automation Offerings and Services at SPS 2024
DigiKey is set to highlight its automation offerings and services at SPS 2024 from November 12-14 in Nuremberg, Germany.
Japan backs new perovskite solar cell tech, enabling roof and wall power generation.
Japan's METI and NEDO are supporting a 12.5 billion yen project by Sekisui Chemical and others.
Special Offer from Hitachi: Boost Your Production Confidence
Hitachi proudly presents a complete solution package tailored for foundries and metal producers: the Vulcan Series Handheld LIBS and OE Series Spark OES, now available with an excl…
Japan's Machine Tool Orders Rise in September, Domestic and Overseas Markets Show Mixed Results
Japan's machine tool orders rebounded for the first time in three months in September 2024. Orders reached 125.36 billion yen (US$814.01 million), a 13.2% increase from the previou…
DigiKey Adds More Than 611,000 Products and 139 New Suppliers in Q3 2024
DigiKey expanded its NPI portfolio during the third quarter of 2024, adding 139 new suppliers and more than 611,000 innovative products.
WNEX Revolutionizes Shoulder Milling! New 6-edge inserts from YG-1
YG-1 has launched YG SM6 MILL WNEX, a 6-corner negative inserts 90° shoulder milling concept designed for enhanced economic efficiency and high productivity.
Samut Prakan Leads with the Highest Number of Industrial Factories in September 2024
New factories were licensed in September 2024, totaled 257 factories. Samut Prakan was the province where 53 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capital of 3,…
Proterial Develops Advanced Magnetic Sheet for Non-Contact EV Charging
Proterial, formerly Hitachi Metals, has developed a cutting-edge magnetic sheet and panel using soft magnetic materials to enhance non-contact charging systems for electric vehicle…
AGILITY® 5-axis technology multi-sensor CMMs
Renishaw's range of AGILITY® CMMs with 5-axis technology consolidates multiple measurement processes and report results on a single device, bringing unprecedented throughput and fl…
TaeguTec Elevates Shoulder Milling with New V-Bottom AVKT WIN-MILL
AVKT WIN-MILL line of shoulder milling inserts characterized by its robust V-shaped bottom clamping design, has already gained significant recognition for delivering exceptional pe…
Experience Precision Grinding with Okamoto ACC-SA1 Series and Quick Touch Technology
Experience unparalleled precision and efficiency in surface grinding with Okamoto's ACC-SA1 series and Quick Touch technology.
TAKAMAZ Unveils Innovative Smart Lathe at METALEX 2024, Driving Sustainable Manufacturing
TAKAMAZ is set to showcase its latest innovations at METALEX 2024, held at BITEC Bangkok. Part manufacturers are invited to explore the future of machining with TAKAMAZ’s cutting-e…
Okamoto Unveils Quick Touch Technology at METALEX 2024
Okamoto is introducing a groundbreaking solution at METALEX 2024. The new Quick Touch technology simplifies and accelerates the grinding process, offering unparalleled accuracy and…
Seven Passenger Car Companies’ Global Sales Fall 1.4%
Global sales by seven passenger car companies have declined by 1.4%, marking the first year-on-year drop in two years. Intensifying competition in China and North America is puttin…
Thailand's Car Production Down 25% in October
In October 2024, Thailand produced a total of 118,842 cars, a decrease of 25.13% from the 158,819 units produced in October 2023. The decline was driven by a 7.00% decrease in expo…
Renishaw: Transforming Manufacturing with AGILITY® CMM at METALEX 2024
Renishaw is set to make waves at METALEX 2024 with the launch of its AGILITY® CMM range. Steve Bell, ASEAN General Manager of Renishaw, shared insights that position AGILITY® CMM a…
Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue Forecast to Grow 14% in 2025
Global semiconductor revenue is projected to grow 14% in 2025 to total $717 billion, according to the latest forecast from Gartner
DigiKey’s 16th Annual DigiWish Holiday Giveaway Kicks Off Dec. 1, 2024
DigiKey’s 16th Annual DigiWish Holiday Giveaway Kicks Off Dec. 1, 2024 by selecting 24 lucky winners
Gühring Thailand: Driving Innovation in Cutting Tools at METALEX 2024
In an exclusive interview, Mr. Ralf Alber, Managing Director of Gühring Thailand, shares insights into the company's market focus, innovative offerings, and strategies to address t…
Electronics Industry Booms: 8 Major Companies Raise Full-Year Revenue Targets Amid Growing Digital Transformation Investments
Eight major electronics companies revised their full-year revenue forecasts upward, driven by strong core businesses and increasing global demand for digital transformation (DX).
Thailand EV Board Approves Tax Cuts for Hybrid Cars and Extends Production Scheme
Thailand EV Board approves extended production timeframe for BEV and inclusion of Mild HEV in hybrid incentive package to support industry’s electrification.
Thailand Approves Semiconductor Strategy to Attract 500 Billion Baht
Thailand’s New Semiconductor Board approves framework of National Strategy and Skilled Workforce Development to prepare for 500 Billion Baht expected foreign investment wave.
Thaisakol Group Unveils Light 5X 40V: Revolutionizing 5-Axis Laser Machining at METALEX 2024
Under the leadership of Panitan Kobkulsuwan, Thaisakol Group Co., Ltd. is proud to unveil the Light 5X 40V Vertical 5-Axis Laser Machining Center from OPMT at METALEX 2024.
Samut Sakhon Leads with the Highest Number of Industrial Factories in October 2024
New factories were licensed in October 2024, totaled 151 factories. Samut Sakhon was the province where 26 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capital of 973.8…
Japan's Machine Tool Orders in October 2024: Thailand Sees a Sharp 50% Decline
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) reported that global orders for Japanese machine tools in October 2024 totaled 122,550 million yen, marking a 2.2% decrease fro…
JAKA Robotics Hosts First Seminar in Thailand, Showcasing Cutting-Edge Cobot Technology and Launching JAKA THAILAND
On November 28, 2024, JAKA Robotics, a leading Chinese brand in collaborative robots (Cobots), partnered with AppliCAD Public Company Limited to host its inaugural seminar in Thail…
Toyota Posts Strong Profits Amidst Challenges
Toyota overcomes headwinds to maintain profitability, steady cost reduction activities and other efforts resulted in an operating profit of 2.4642 trillion yen for the April-Septem…
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
As we approach the end of another year, we at M Report would like to take this opportunity to wish all our valued customers partners, and followers a Merry Christmas and a Happy Ne…
TaeguTec Expands TQJ 20 Insert Line for Versatile Machining
TaeguTec, a leading global provider of cutting tool solutions, announces the expansion of its TQJ 20 insert line to meet the evolving needs of the manufacturing industry.
Thailand's Car Production Down 28% in November
In November 2024, Thailand produced a total of 117,251 cars, a decrease of 28.23% from the 163,337 units produced in November 2023. The decline was driven by a 20.67% decrease in e…
Experience Superior Machining with CHASE-8-SFEED
TaeguTec introduces a new ML chip former for the CHASE-8-SFEED’s SQKU insert line, designed for roughing and semi-finishing to address diverse material machining needs.
Honda and Nissan Merger to Challenge EV Competition
Japan's Machine Tool Orders in November 2024: Thailand Leads with 27% Growth
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) reported that global orders for Japanese machine tools in November 2024 amounted to 119.327 billion yen ($756.71 million), repr…
Rayong Leads with the Highest Number of Industrial Factories in November 2024
New factories were licensed in November 2024, totaled 165 factories. Rayong was the province where 18 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capital of 2,283.79 mi…
TaeguTec Launches New HUSH-BORE Models with Extended 12xD and 14xD Shanks for Deep Internal Machining
TaeguTec introduces the latest addition to its HUSH-BORE line with shanks capable of machining up to 12xD and 14xD depths, offering unmatched performance for deep internal boring a…
Mazda to build Module Pack Plant for Cylindrical Lithium-ion Batterires
Mazda to build Module Pack Plant for Cylindrical Lithium-ion Batteries for Automotive Use in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture
Japanese Firms Scale Back China Expansion to 21%
Japanese companies are “expanding” into China at a rate of just 21% due to sluggish domestic demand and U.S. sanctions, according to a JETRO survey.
Thailand BOI Says 2024 Investment Applications Soar 35% to 10-Year High of USD33 Billion
BOI said today that applications for investment promotion in 2024 soared 35% in value to 1.14 trillion baht (ca. USD 33 billion), the highest level since 2014, led by large foreign…
We are thrilled to invite you to Yuasa Grand Fair 2025, the premier industrial solutions and technology exhibition of the year.
Join us from February 5-7, 2025, at BITEC Bangna, Bangkok. This marks the first time this prestigious event is being held outside Japan, following 46 years of unparalleled success.…
A.I.Tech Unveils Strategies to Transform Thai Industry with Cutting-Edge Innovations in AI and IoT
Thailand's Car Production Plunges 17.37% in December
Thailand produced 104,878 vehicles in December 2024, marking a 17.37% drop year-on-year. The decline was driven by both domestic and export market weakness.
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Key Automotive Trends for 2025
Electric vehicles are set to dominate the market, with a 17% growth in shipments in 2025 and over 50% of all models expected to be electric by 2030, as predicted by Gartner.